This month’s goal: Have an emergency food supply that will support your household for three days without outside help. The key to a good food storage plan is to buy ahead of time. Replace items before they run out. Buy items when they are on sale. A large duffle bag or plastic tub with a  … Read more

This month’s goal: Know how to respond safely when instructions are given to evacuate or take shelter. In a disaster, you may be asked to either evacuate or shelter-in-place. Identify the best storm shelter in your home and practice getting to the shelter with your family. Choosing the best place in your home or workplace  … Read more

Cooking brings family and friends together, provides an outlet for creativity and can be relaxing. But did you know that cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries? Ranges or cooktops cause 62% of home fires according to the National Fire Protection Association. Learn how to stay safe with these  … Read more

This month’s goal: Have enough water on-hand for your family to last 3 days. This should be about 3 gallons per person (one gallon per person per day). During a power outage you may find yourself without a way to get water. Your water supply can also become unsafe to drink. Both private wells and  … Read more

This month’s goal: When an emergency happens, you may have to decide what to do very quickly. By planning ahead, it will be easier to make the right decisions when the worst happens. Talking about disasters can be scary, especially with children, or with someone who may have difficulty coping with daily life. Be open  … Read more

After a long day of work, there is nothing better than coming home to a warm, cozy safe haven. We’ve thought of a few home adjustments that may not have crossed your mind when preparing for the cold. Follow the steps below to learn simple ways to prevent the winter blues. #1 Wash Bed Pillows You’ve  … Read more

You could spend the whole day reading articles about all the ways to renovate your home to be more energy efficient in order to save money. But we can save you a day of research and tell you all you need to know right now. Below are five simple steps you can take to save  … Read more

As we approach summer, it’s become more apparent that we only have a couple months of good weather to finish our outdoor home projects. Power tool manufacturers have not made it easy to practice safe equipment usage. But look no further, Metro Electric is here to help! Before touching any of your tools, be sure  … Read more

We know that installing a whole-house generator is a big investment, and we want you to be aware of how easy Metro Electric makes the process — from beginning to end. A simple four-step process is to be expected when one of our Generac Certified Electricians comes to your home to give you a FREE  … Read more

As summer approaches, we all start to think about how we can turn our “Home Renovation” Pinterest board into reality. Metro Electric makes it a priority to eliminate electrical hazards with education and awareness. Here are a few D.I.Y. safety tips to keep in mind before undertaking any home project: Make an effort to learn  … Read more